How To Fix WD055 - Programming exits are NOT deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WD - Workflow definition

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Programming exits are NOT deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WD055 - Programming exits are NOT deleted ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WD055 - Programming exits are NOT deleted
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the deletion of a Web Dynpro component or application when the system tries to delete associated programming exits (such as methods, event handlers, or implementations) but fails to do so. Programming exits are custom code elements linked to the Web Dynpro component, and if they are still referenced or locked, the system cannot delete them automatically.
  Common reasons include:  
  
  The programming exits are still in use or referenced elsewhere.  
  The exits are locked by another user or transport request.  
  Incomplete or inconsistent object status in the repository.  
  Insufficient authorizations to delete the programming exits.  
  Transport layer or object lock issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check References:  
  
  Verify if the programming exits are still referenced by other components or applications. Use transaction SE80 or SE84 to check references.  
  Remove or adjust references if necessary.
  
  
  
  Unlock Objects:  
  
  Use transaction SE03 or SE09/SE10 to check if the programming exits are locked by another user or transport request.  
  Unlock or release the objects if possible.
  
  
  
  Delete Programming Exits Manually:  
  
  Go to the Web Dynpro component in SE80.  
  Navigate to the programming exits (methods, event handlers, etc.) and try to delete them manually.  
  Save and activate the component again.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:  
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to delete development objects.  
  Check roles and profiles if authorization errors occur.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:  
  
  If the programming exits are assigned to a transport request, ensure the transport request is modifiable or released.  
  Sometimes, you need to delete or adjust the transport request before deleting the exits.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:  
  
  Run consistency checks on the Web Dynpro component using transaction WD_COMPONENT_CHECK or similar tools to identify inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:  
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known bugs or patches related to this error.  
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing detailed logs and steps to reproduce.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SE80: Object Navigator for managing Web Dynpro components and programming exits.  
  Transaction SE03: Transport Organizer Tools for object locks and transport requests.  
  Transaction SE09/SE10: Transport Organizer for managing transport requests.  
  SAP Help Portal: Documentation on Web Dynpro development and object management.  
  SAP Notes: Search for notes related to error message WD055 or Web Dynpro programming exits.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  The error WD055 indicates that the system could not delete programming exits linked to a Web Dynpro component, usually due to references, locks, or authorization issues. The solution involves checking references, unlocking objects, manually deleting exits, verifying authorizations, and ensuring transport requests are properly handled. If needed, consult SAP Notes or support for further assistance.